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Comstock Mining Inc (LODE)
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Upturn Advisory Summary
10/20/2025: LODE (1-star) has a low Upturn Star Rating. Not recommended to BUY.
Upturn Star Rating
Not Recommended Performance
These Stocks/ETFs, based on Upturn Advisory, consistently fall short of market performance, signaling caution before investing.
Number of Analysts
1 Analysts rated it
Very few follow this stock; limited insights, higher-risk early investing.
1 Year Target Price $4
1 Year Target Price $4
| 0 | Strong Buy |
| 0 | Buy |
| 1 | Hold |
| 0 | Sell |
| 0 | Strong Sell |
Analysis of Past Performance
Type Stock | Historic Profit -16.28% | Avg. Invested days 26 | Today’s Advisory Consider higher Upturn Star rating |
Upturn Star Rating | Upturn Advisory Performance  2.0 | Stock Returns Performance  1.0 |
| Profits based on simulation | Last Close 10/20/2025 |
Key Highlights
Company Size Small-Cap Stock | Market Capitalization 170.95M USD | Price to earnings Ratio - | 1Y Target Price 4 |
Price to earnings Ratio - | 1Y Target Price 4 | ||
Volume (30-day avg) 1 | Beta 1.55 | 52 Weeks Range 1.67 - 10.10 | Updated Date 10/20/2025 |
52 Weeks Range 1.67 - 10.10 | Updated Date 10/20/2025 | ||
Dividends yield (FY) - | Basic EPS (TTM) -2.65 |
Analyzing Revenue: Products, Geography and Growth
Revenue by Products
Product revenue - Year on Year
Earnings Date
Report Date - | When - | Estimate - | Actual - |
Profitability
Profit Margin - | Operating Margin (TTM) -2316.88% |
Management Effectiveness
Return on Assets (TTM) -17.89% | Return on Equity (TTM) -65.61% |
Valuation
Trailing PE - | Forward PE - | Enterprise Value 177949422 | Price to Sales(TTM) 52.11 |
Enterprise Value 177949422 | Price to Sales(TTM) 52.11 | ||
Enterprise Value to Revenue 54.24 | Enterprise Value to EBITDA 5.09 | Shares Outstanding 49264247 | Shares Floating 35050965 |
Shares Outstanding 49264247 | Shares Floating 35050965 | ||
Percent Insiders 2.45 | Percent Institutions 6.93 |
Upturn AI SWOT
Comstock Mining Inc
Company Overview
History and Background
Comstock Mining Inc. was re-established in 2003 and focuses on exploration, development, and production of precious metals, with a focus on the historic Comstock Lode mining district in Nevada.
Core Business Areas
- Precious Metals Mining: Exploration, development, and mining of gold and silver deposits in the Comstock Lode district.
- Real Estate: Real estate activities within the Comstock district.
- Clean Tech: Comstock also invested in and then exited a clean tech company.
Leadership and Structure
Corrado De Gasperis is the Executive Chairman and CEO. The company has a board of directors and operates with a management team overseeing various departments.
Top Products and Market Share
Key Offerings
- Gold and Silver Bullion: Production of gold and silver. Market share varies greatly and depends on production yields. The price of these products are based on the open market. Competitors are all other precious metal producers in the US.
- Real Estate: Developed properties in the Comstock district. Specific sales revenue is dependent on land sales. Competitors include other real estate developers in the Comstock region.
Market Dynamics
Industry Overview
The gold and silver mining industry is influenced by global economic conditions, investor demand, inflation, and interest rates. Real estate market is dependent on local and regional economics.
Positioning
Comstock Mining Inc. is a junior mining company aiming to increase production and expand its resources in the Comstock Lode. The company is also attempting to monetize its land. Competitively, they are smaller than major gold producers.
Total Addressable Market (TAM)
The TAM for gold and silver is multi-billion dollar globally. Comstock's position is small relative to the total market, but they are focusing on specific projects within the Comstock Lode, for which TAM is hard to calculate.
Upturn SWOT Analysis
Strengths
- Location in a historically productive mining district
- Experienced management team in mining and real estate
- Ownership of significant land assets
Weaknesses
- Limited financial resources compared to major mining companies
- Reliance on successful exploration and development results
- Volatility in precious metal prices
Opportunities
- Expansion of existing mining operations
- Discovery of new mineral deposits
- Increased demand for precious metals as a hedge against inflation
Threats
- Fluctuations in gold and silver prices
- Environmental regulations and permitting challenges
- Competition from larger mining companies
Competitors and Market Share
Key Competitors
- NEM
- GOLD
- FNV
- AGI
Competitive Landscape
Comstock Mining Inc. operates in a competitive environment against larger, better-funded mining companies. Its success depends on its specific projects in the Comstock Lode and ability to secure funding.
Growth Trajectory and Initiatives
Historical Growth: Growth is dependent on mining output, exploration success, and property sales. Historically, there have been periods of growth, then contraction.
Future Projections: Future projections are speculative and depend on various factors, including gold prices and exploration outcomes. Analyst estimates vary widely.
Recent Initiatives: Focus on increasing gold and silver production, and developing their land resources.
Summary
Comstock Mining Inc. is a small mining company with potential due to its location in a historically productive district. However, the company faces challenges related to funding, gold prices, and competition. Its real estate holdings and recent Clean Tech investment add some diversification. The company needs to manage its finances carefully and achieve exploration and production success to deliver shareholder value.
Peer Comparison
Sources and Disclaimers
Data Sources:
- SEC filings
- Company website
- Industry reports
Disclaimers:
This analysis is based on available information and is not financial advice. Investors should conduct their own due diligence before making any investment decisions. Financial data may be outdated. Market share is estimated and subject to change.
AI Summarization is directionally correct and might not be accurate.
Summarized information shown could be a few years old and not current.
Fundamental Rating based on AI could be based on old data.
AI-generated summaries may have inaccuracies (hallucinations). Please verify the information before taking action.
About Comstock Mining Inc
Exchange NYSE MKT | Headquaters Virginia City, NV, United States | ||
IPO Launch date 2003-03-18 | Executive Chairman & CEO Mr. Corrado F. De Gasperis | ||
Sector Basic Materials | Industry Other Precious Metals & Mining | Full time employees 46 | Website https://www.comstock.inc |
Full time employees 46 | Website https://www.comstock.inc | ||
Comstock Inc. engages in the systemic decarbonization business in Nevada and internationally. The company operates through five segments: Fuels, Metals, Mining, Strategic Investments, and Corporate Services. It develops and commercializes technology that extract and convert wasted and unused lignocellulosic biomass into intermediates for refining into advanced renewable fuels. The company also owns 100% in the Lucerne Project located in the Storey County, Nevada; and the Spring Valley Project situated in the Lyon County, Nevada. In addition, it offers engineering and construction services; and invests in non-mining real estate, water rights, and securities investments. The company was incorporated in 2008 and is based in Virginia City, Nevada.
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